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Brig O'Doon Guest House

A small, adults-only guest house on Ferry Road with six rooms, free parking and cooked breakfasts, a 5-minute walk from Saint Serf's Parish Church & Hall.

  • Adults-only for a quiet stay
  • Free on-site parking
  • Cooked breakfast with filter coffee or tea
8.6 Great 1282 reviews Booking.com 8.6 · 1282 reviews

About

Brig O'Doon Guest House

Brig O'Doon Guest House is a three-star, adults-only guest house on Ferry Road, about 500 metres from Saint Serf's Parish Church & Hall. With only six rooms, it offers an intimate, home-like base for exploring Edinburgh.

The property provides free on-site parking, Wi-Fi, and a cooked breakfast each morning. Guests consistently highlight the cleanliness of the rooms and the friendly, welcoming staff. Please note the guest house does not allow pets and is no-smoking throughout.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Adults only

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Cooked breakfast rated highly — Guests repeatedly mention the plentiful, delicious cooked breakfast, including homemade options, with filter coffee or tea and fruit juice.
  • Clean and comfortable rooms — Rooms are described as spotless, bright and well-kept, with comfortable beds and essential amenities like a TV, kettle and heating.
  • Friendly, personal service — Staff and the owner are consistently described as welcoming and kind, with several guests noting the exceptional service.
  • Free on-site parking — Parking is available on site, a practical advantage in Edinburgh where parking can be scarce and expensive.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Small scale, limited rooms — With only six rooms, availability is limited, and the guest house may not suit those seeking larger hotel facilities like a restaurant or gym.
  • Adults-only policy — Children are not accommodated, so families travelling with kids will need to look elsewhere.
  • No pets allowed — Pets are not permitted on the property, which may be a drawback for travellers with animals.
  • Check-out by 10:00 — The check-out window is 08:00–10:00, which is earlier than some hotels and may feel rushed for leisurely mornings.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Triple Room City View

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating

Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating

Double Room Private Bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating

Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi
  • Heating
  • Housekeeping
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Electric kettle
  • Flat-screen TV

Property

  • Parking
  • Key access
  • Security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Policies

  • No smoking on site
  • No pets allowed
  • Adults only

Dining

  • Special diet menus

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.6
Great 1282 reviews

Guest-rated 8.6/10 from 1,282 reviews

Booking.com · 8.6 · 1282 reviews
Rooms and cleanliness7.0
Location9.0
Dining8.0
Price and service8.0
8.6Verified guest

“The service here is excellent.”

8.6Verified guest

“Our room was fantastic and spotless, with climate control and armchairs. The location was great and the services were excellent. We dined at Hing Tai, about a 10–15 minute walk from the hotel.”

8.6Verified guest

“We had a very good breakfast with fruit juice, filter coffee or tea included.”

8.6Verified guest

“The hotel was fairly clean, with welcoming staff and delicious breakfasts. The room was immaculately clean and bright, with an extremely comfy bed. The setting was good, near the botanical gardens. The Chip Pan, a local fast food spot, was a 10-minute walk away.”

8.6Verified guest

“The double room was bright and had a TV.”

8.6Verified guest

“Great breakfasts with filter coffee or tea and fruit juice. The staff were kind, and the service was exceptional.”

04 — Location

Getting around Edinburgh

The property sits in Edinburgh.

Getting around: A bus stop is a short walk from the guest house, and the city centre is within easy reach by public transport.

Eating nearby: Guests mention Hing Tai, a Chinese restaurant about a 10–15 minute walk away, and The Chip Pan, a local fast food option a 10-minute walk from the property.

Nearby attractions: The Royal Botanic Garden is noted as being close by, and Saint Serf's Parish Church & Hall is about 500 metres from the guest house.

262 Ferry Road, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH5 3AN, United Kingdom

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:00-23:59
Check-out
By 08:00-10:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
8 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 until 23:59, and check-out is from 08:00 to 10:00.

Is parking available at the guest house?

Yes, parking is available on site.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at the property.

Is the guest house adults-only?

Yes, the guest house is adults-only, so children are not accommodated.

Is breakfast included?

Guests mention a cooked breakfast with fruit juice, filter coffee or tea. The guest house also lists special diet menus among its amenities.

What room types are available?

Room options include a Triple Room with City View, a Single Room with Shower, Double Rooms (one with a private bathroom), and a Twin Room.

The bottom line

A well-run, adults-only guest house that earns its strong rating through spotless rooms, a praised cooked breakfast and genuinely friendly staff. Best for couples or solo travellers wanting a quiet, personal base with parking.

8.6Based on 1282 reviews and a guest-house rating of 8.6

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